the latest capsule collection for Colette is a collaboration between Puma and Sergio Rossi that features super high heeled sneakers (lace up or mary jane style) in satin and leather and various colors. Too high for me to try walking in, but for the younger hip set, they rock.
"Who doesn't love Dr. Seuss?
Who doesn't love Converse Chuck Taylors?
Converse has introduced an awesome collection of 19 different pairs of Dr. Seuss Chuck Taylor kicks for infants, kids and adults. They all utilize art from some of his most wonderful stories and have great details.
Thing 1 and Thing 2, Cat In The Hat. Red Fish, Blue Fish, The Zoo, The Circus and some that just use his a..."
"The 1994 Cult movie Clerks inspires three new pairs of kicks by Kevin Smith for surfer and skater brand Etnies. The sneakers' designs reference the Quick Stop, 37 and Jay and Silent Bob.
also available t-shirts that poke fun of Kevin's experience on South west airlines. "Too Phat Too Fly"."
"Artist Jenny Holzer has collaborated with Keds for a collection that features her famous phrase "PROTECT ME FROM WHAT I WANT" for the Whitney Museum!
I will definitely be sporting these!"
"78 worldwide designers were each given a new pair of NIKE kicks and asked to use sport as an inspiration to challenge their function. The results include everything from a NIKE Aquarium, Nike Labyrinth game, A Nike cake, Even a Nike Typeface.
there will be an exhibit of all 78 at the London design Festival, but I don't know if the products and art will be available for purchase."
"The All-American Converse classic, Chuck Taylors (aka "Chucks") have been given an Italian makeover in stunning black or white handcrafted leather by designer Ryusaku Hiruma.
But at $600. a pair, very few will be shooting hoops in them."
"OMG, these are some crazy ass kicks. Adidas and Lucas Films have released their collaborative collection of shoes and clothes for men and women which include tons of kicks like Stormtrooper and Princess Leia mid tops as well as Yoda boat shoes!
They even have a wacky caped darth vader hoodie!"
"Talk about your Baller bling, baby....
Kickbars are 2 to 6 carats worth of ice that can be easily attached to the laces of your kicks, sneakers or athletic shoes!!
The rectangular 14k gold bars can be set with white diamonds, rubies, sapphires, emeralds and more. Prices start at $6500. a pair
They also sell bracelets and necklaces made with the same pieces.."
"It's unquestionably that the new Cordones from TOMS is an awesome step up for them. And, if I've gotta choose color, it's gotta be the Martinez. This waxed canvas give the almost leather appearance, but keeps them lightweight and comfortable."